Grandmother identified as woman killed in Murrumba Downs fatal crash, Brisbane READ MORE: Much-loved grandmother dies after Queensland teen in alleged stolen car ran red light in Murrumba Downs By FRASER BARTON FOR AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATED PRESS Published: 18:18 EST, 10 November 2024 | Updated: 18:24 EST, 10 November 2024 e-mail 1 View comments A grandmother killed in a horror crash involving a car allegedly stolen by a teenager at gun point has been remembered for her kindness and devotion to her family. Rosemary Franzidis, 69, died after a high-impact collision at an intersection north of Brisbane . A 16-year-old boy has been charged with manslaughter after being accused of stealing an Audi at gun point and crashing into Ms Franzidis' Toyota at Murrumba Downs on Thursday morning.
Her family said Ms Franzidis would be sorely missed by her husband of almost 50 years, her three daughters and 'three beautiful grandchildren'. The 69-year-old would be fondly remembered by friends and family in South Africa , the UK, Australia and the US, the family said. 'Rosemary Franzidis was a much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother, who cherished her family more than anything in the world,' a family statement said.
'A woman of strong faith, she had many church friends who will remember her fondly. 'Everybody who met Rose felt her love, kindness and generosity.' Floral tributes have been laid at the crash scene, with bouquets attached to a fence near the Murrumba Downs intersection.
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